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'The FA is pleased to commit to this knowledge-sharing partnership with the Qatar Football Association,' Clarke said.

'We have a long history of collaboration with various national associations to share knowledge and experience to support the development of football.

'For Qatar, developing the game across the country is a key objective as they approach the hosting of the FIFA World Cup in 2022.'

FA Chairman Greg Clarke has been keen establish links with the 2022 World Cup hosts

Clarke also visited Khalifa International Stadium, which is the first ground to open that will be used for the World Cup.

Ajay Sharma, the British ambassador to Qatar, was also part of the touring party and he hopes the agreement will lead to further links between the two nations.

'I am delighted that the English Football Association has signed MoUs with the Qatar Football Association and the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy during the visit to Doha of the FA chairman Greg Clarke,' Sharma added.

'This will mark the beginning of even deeper cooperation between our two countries, and underlines the UK's support for Qatar in delivering a successful World Cup 2022.'

The deal will see the FA weigh up the potential friendlies for the senior and youth sidea